Lake Stevens, Washington vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 14.8% more expensive than Lake Stevens, Washington.

You would need a salary of $57,412 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Stevens, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Lake Stevens, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Golden
than in Lake Stevens, Washington
Lake Stevens, WA vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Lake Stevens, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.1% higher
  Commute
  5.0% lower
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher